WordValenoun
concussion
a brain injury caused by a blow to the head
In more detail
1. (noun) a temporary loss of consciousness caused by a blow to the head
2. (noun) the effect of a violent impact or shock
Examples
- 1. He suffered a concussion after falling off his bike and hitting his head.
- 2. The concussion from the explosion shattered windows throughout the neighborhood.
Learn it for good
Save this word in WordVale and it comes back for review right before you'd forget it — with pronunciation, real examples, and optional translations. One purchase, no subscription.
Get WordValeFREE 7-DAY TRIAL · iPHONE & iPAD